Top 6 Peer counselor Jobs in Yakima Wa

Recovery Navigator Peer Specialist
MERIT RESOURCE SERVICES —Yakima, WA
- $36,961.60 - $49,673.30 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Word processing
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Grow Therapy —Washington State
- $70 - $93 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Continuing education credits
- Professional development assistance
6d
Certified Peer Counselor
Triumph Treatment Services —Yakima, WA
- $20.25 - $27.35 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
3d
Forensic Peer Support Counselor
COMPREHENSIVE HEALTHCARE —Yakima, WA
- $18.36 - $27.54 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Senior Mental Health Counselor
Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences —Yakima, WA
- $32.31 - $46.83 an hour
- Full-time
- LMFT
- Management
- Doctoral degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
4d

More jobs to discover

Find similar jobs that you might be interested in.

Independently Licensed Mental Health Therapist (PTSD) - Washington
Rebound —Washington State
Full and unrestricted license in good standing to practice in your state. You'll enjoy growth and support through: ongoing consultation with other team members;…
$65,000 - $107,400 a year
Quick Apply
Mental Health Therapist - Washington
NOCD —Washington State
Full and unrestricted license in good standing to practice in your state. You'll enjoy growth and support through: ongoing consultation with other team members;…
$65,000 - $100,400 a year
Quick Apply

Show more similar jobs

Explore jobs in cities nearby

Check out jobs in cities near your current location, Columbus

Youth Crisis Counselor - Mobile Response (MRSS)
Coleman Health Services —Chillicothe, OH
Preference given to candidates with independent license (LPCC, LISW) and work experience in the following areas: Bachelor’s degree in related field.
$55,000 - $80,000 a year
Quick Apply
Integrated Co-Occurring Counselor/Social Worker - $3,500 Bonus
BUCKEYE RANCH —Columbus, OH
You have an active Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance. You have a bachelor’s degree in social work, or related field; master’s degree preferred.
Quick Apply

Show more jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for peer counselor in yakima wa

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

peer counselor jobs near yakima wa

Mental Health Technician jobs in Washington State

Peer Counselor jobs in Yakima, WA

Senior Counselor jobs in Dallas, TX

Senior Accountant jobs in Austin, TX

Senior Counselor jobs in Fort Worth, TX

Senior Living jobs in Denver, CO

Senior Counselor jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Senior Counselor jobs in Milwaukee, WI

College Counselor jobs in New Hampshire

Er Patient Care Technician jobs in New Jersey

Mental Health Care Navigator jobs in Remote

Mental Health Technician jobs in Texas

Mental Health Technician jobs in Akron, OH

Mental Health Technician jobs in Brooklyn, NY

Mental Health Technician jobs in Orange County, CA

National Jewish Health jobs in Denver, CO

Peer Counselor jobs in Fremont, CA

Peer Counselor jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Peer Counselor jobs in Louisiana

Licensed Professional Counselor jobs in Portland, OR

Recovery Navigator Peer Specialist

MERIT RESOURCE SERVICES -
Yakima, WA

Quick Apply

Job Details

Full-time
$36,961.60 - $49,673.30 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Life insurance

Qualifications

Teamwork
Word processing
Driver's License
Desktop applications
Relationship management
Adaptability
Productivity software

Full Job Description

Location: Yakima

MUST HAVE CERTIFIED PEER CREDENTIAL FROM WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH.

Offering a $1,000.00 signing bonus.

Description

Join MERIT Resource Services team as a Peer Specialist Recovery Navigator, giving hope and sharing your own journey of recovery through lived experiences. Make a difference in the community by supporting substance use disorder-based case management and alternative to jail and prosecution. The outreach coordinator and case manager positions will overlap working with police and prosecutors to accept referrals and divert individuals from the criminal justice system. Recovery Navigators will work with community partners to coordinate approaches and encourage referrals.

Outreach Coordinator

Provide field-based response and outreach to referrals as quickly as possible with emphasis on building a peer supported relationship and taking care of the individuals basic needs first. Provide person-centered and recovery-oriented services designed to avoid unnecessary hospitalization, incarceration, institutionalization or out of home placement.

Case Manager

Provide intensive field-based case management that meets the individual’s needs by increasing protective factors while decreasing risk factors through a person-centered, participant driven decision making process. Develop and implement an individual intervention plan that includes all resources regardless of provider and not restricted by existing contracts. Provide trauma informed care and culturally relevant services while coordinating with existing providers to avoid unnecessary and duplicative services.

Major Responsibilities

Acts as a role model, mentor, and ally to program participants under the supervision of the Recovery Navigator Program Manager employed by MERIT.
Outreach Coordinator -provide a brief wellbeing screening during initial interactions. Provide warm hand-offs to supportive services and follow up with individuals who have disengaged with Recovery Navigator case management services.
Case Manager- Provide a warm hand off when referrals are made to external services and participation/advocacy at those appointments when requested by the individual being served. Provide all case management classifications within the Recovery Navigator Program Uniform Standards. Provide assistance with initial screening, releases of information, consent to coordinate care and treatment, and follow the Substance Use Disorder Consent Management Guidance provided by the Health Care Authority.

· All daily outreach and case management contacts must be clinically documented and include dates and times of service, client demographics, referral source, date and time of referral, type of referral, location, and follow-up/disposition.

Coordinates with program Substance Use Disorder Professionals (SUDP’s), Mental Health Professionals (MHP’s), law enforcement, corrections/hospital staff, community providers, and family/natural supports to increase the likelihood of continued safety, health, and stability of the program participant.
Provide harm reduction-based support and encouragement to program participants as an individual with lived experience in working toward a path of recovery.

Benefits

MERIT provides comprehensive benefits for full-time employees including medical/dental/vision plan options, retirement plan options, a generous PTO package, and more.

Qualifications

Experience and Education

Applying for or currently has a Washington State certification as a Certified Peer Counselor.
Applying for or currently has a Washington State licensure as an Agency Affiliated Counselor.
Two (2) years working as peer counselor is preferred.
Lived experience with a substance use disorder and active in recovery.
Must be able to pass required background checks as required by MERIT contractual requirements.
Current Washington State Driver's License and proof of insurance. Satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report required.
Ability to utilize a personal computer with applicable software to successfully perform essential job functions of the position including word processing, spread sheet, analysis, information retrieval, and tracking.

Skills and Abilities

Familiarity and knowledge of best practices for substance use disorder treatment and prevention programs, mental health, and developmental disabilities programs as well as with local social service agencies.
Ability to establish and maintain trusting and supportive relationships as well as provide inspiration and motivation to individuals transitioning toward recovery.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well the ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and/or cultures.
Ability to foster collaboration and teamwork with program participants, other staff, fire and rescue, law enforcement, county corrections facility staff and outside agencies.
Ability to accurately meet documentation requirements, in a timely fashion.
Ability to respectfully manage differences, opposing perspectives, opinions, and interests.
Ability to remain flexible and adaptable to change.

Working Conditions

Work is generally performed out in the community. Requires travel to a variety of community locations.
Requires transportation of clients in fleet vehicle.
May require availability to work flexible hours.
Minimal physical exertion is required. May be required to lift or move boxes/equipment weighing up to 25 lbs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,961.60 - $49,673.30 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Are you active in Recovery and have lived experience as an addict?

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

peer counselor jobs in yakima wa

Recovery Navigator Peer Specialist

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Certified Peer Counselor

Forensic Peer Support Counselor

Senior Mental Health Counselor

More jobs to discover

Explore jobs in cities nearby

I want to receive the latest job alert for peer counselor in yakima wa

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected